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Tropical Island Christmas Vacations

Holidays in the Sun for the Whole Family

© Karen Lotter

Oct 28, 2007
Xmas Vacation in Mauritius., www.bigfoto.com
Mauritius, Seychelles and Zanzibar are Indian Ocean Islands perfectly geared for family Christmas Vacations.Enjoy summer beach holiday fun under the tropical sun.

There are many tropical islands off the African Coast, but none are as perfect for Christmas Vacation fun as Zanzibar, Mauritius and the Seychelles.

Tropical Christmas Holidays in Mauritius

Mauritius is an idyllic Christmas holiday destination, perfect for families, couples and special occasions. Travelers return to Mauritius year after year for their Christmas holidays to enjoy the island’s wonderful climate, beautiful beaches and warm and friendly people.

Various religions live side by side on the island of Mauritius: Indian Hindus, Indian Muslims, Chinese, Creoles and whites. And even though Christmas is a traditionally Christian holiday, it's not unusual for gifts to be exchanged in Muslim or Hindu families, especially when there are children in the home.

Beachcomber Christmas Vacation in Mauritius

Thinking about Christmas travel, take a look at the best luxury Beachcomber Christmas holidays in Mauritius including Christmas Holidays for Couples and Christmas Holidays for Families.

For Christmas 2008, once again, Beachcomber has secured excellent allocation on both flights and accommodation at our luxury, beachfront resorts,

And, from 21st December 2007 Virgin Flights will be departing from Heathrow in London for 14 night stays on Mauritius.

  • Paolo Tullio, a restaurant reviewer and wine writer from Ireland tells of a Christmas he spent in Mauritius and concludes “Now that I've tried it, I have to say that Christmas day on a beach under the tropical sun has a lot to recommend it. As I lay on my lounger with a cool glass of Mauritian Phoenix beer in my hand the thought of the snows of Wicklow brought me no nostalgia at all."

Seychelles Christmas and New Year Vacation

For a complete getaway, indulge in some laid back Xmas travel and rent a holiday villa in the Seychelles this Festive Season.

Christmas and New Year Cruises in the Islands

Tired of the cold and the snow? Heading for the sun is the perfect antidote to the winter blues. What better way to spend this holiday season than cruising the paradise islands of the Indian Ocean?

At 5,600 tons MS. Royal Star is a traditional cruise ship of great character with teak decks and a rich interior of polished wood and gleaming brass. Carrying a maximum of just 200 passengers she boasts a friendly and intimate atmosphere, more akin to a private yacht than a quality cruise liner. And with a 130 officers and crew, travelers will be assured of a high standard of service at all times.Christmas

Family Christmas Vacation on Zanzibar

Waving palm trees. Idyllic white beaches. Lazing in the sun on a tropical island. African Encounters still has rooms and seats available on set departures. Get great deals for Christmas Holiday packages which include accommodation on Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia Islands. Exciting December and New Year packages. Some accommodation is at resorts, other at hotels, bungalows or guest houses. Some packages also include scuba diving. All guarantee a wonderful Christmas holiday in the sun.

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